Condensation Polymers

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What is produced as a byproduct during the condensation polymerization process?

Water (correct)
Carbon dioxide
Methane
Oxygen

Condensation polymerization involves the joining of monomers without the loss of any byproducts.

False (B)

What type of reaction occurs during the formation of polyesters?

Condensation reaction

Condensation polymerization results in the formation of new bonds while losing a small molecule such as ______.

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Match the following terms related to polymerization processes:

Monomers = Small building blocks of polymers Polyesters = A type of condensation polymer Condensation polymerization = Joining with loss of a small molecule Water = Byproduct of condensation polymerization Signup and view all the answers

All amino acids have a chiral carbon atom.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Amino acids are ______, meaning they can react with both acids and bases.

amphoteric Signup and view all the answers

Which functional group is responsible for the acidic properties of amino acids?

-$COOH$ (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the general formula for an amino acid?

R-$CH(NH_2)COOH$ Signup and view all the answers

Match the following functional groups with their corresponding reactions:

-NH_2 = Reacts with acids to form an ammonium ion -$COOH$ = Reacts with bases to form a carboxylate ion Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Condensation Polymer

A polymer formed by joining monomers while losing a small molecule like water.

Monomer

A small molecule that can join with others to form a polymer.

Polyester

A type of condensation polymer made from ester monomers.

Polymerization

The process of linking monomers to form polymers.

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Water Loss in Polymerization

Occurs during the formation of condensation polymers, typically resulting in water release.

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Study Notes

Condensation Polymers

Condensation polymers are formed by joining together monomers with the loss of a small molecule, like water.
An example is polyester.
The reaction forms a new bond and removes a water molecule.
Monomers join together with the loss of a small molecule, typically water.